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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 1994 · 2,498 cc

L77 MPWMOT history

L77 MPW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 May 1994. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 164,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2026
Mileage
164,093 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 MPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
13 May 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 MPW was last recorded at 164,093 miles on 15 Sept 2025, 7,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,831 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,262 miles
Average per year
3,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,093 miles
  • 2024 – 156,831 miles
  • 2022 – 154,087 miles
  • 2021 – 151,020 miles
  • 2020 – 146,262 miles
  • 2019 – 143,446 miles
  • 2018 – 141,026 miles
  • 2017 – 139,252 miles
  • 2016 – 135,868 miles
  • 2015 – 132,842 miles
  • 2014 – 129,196 miles
  • 2013 – 125,048 miles
  • 2012 – 120,590 miles
  • 2011 – 116,240 miles
  • 2010 – 111,769 miles
  • 2009 – 105,258 miles
  • 2008 – 99,809 miles
  • 2007 – 94,311 miles
  • 2006 – 89,502 miles
  • 2005 – 85,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,093 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat built socket broken but still locks
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Washer jet flowing slow
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Both rear suspension lower arm rubber bushes deterated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Unable to fully see brakes recommend inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,093 miles (+7,262)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,093 miles
    Test number
    708131249786
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat built socket broken but still locks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Washer jet flowing slow
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass156,831 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,831 miles
    Test number
    725413143958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass154,087 miles (+3,067)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    154,087 miles
    Test number
    619612325706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,020 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,020 miles
    Test number
    280467549962
    • AdvisoryOffside& nearside floors & jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in thick under seal

  5. Fail151,020 miles (+4,758)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,020 miles
    Test number
    284586355879
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside& nearside floors & jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in thick under seal

  6. Pass146,262 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,262 miles
    Test number
    216113653026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,446 miles (+2,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,446 miles
    Test number
    472719824921
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to ns and os sills

  8. Pass141,026 miles (+1,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    141,026 miles
    Test number
    483889892126
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been underseald

  9. Pass139,252 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    139,252 miles
    Test number
    970201956573
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension lower arm rubber bushes deterated
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully see brakes recommend inspection

  10. Fail139,243 miles (+3,375)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,243 miles
    Test number
    744765272105
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension lower arm rubber bushes deterated
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully see brakes recommend inspection

  11. Pass135,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    135,868 miles
    Test number
    434807605584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,868 miles (+3,026)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,868 miles
    Test number
    408518664411
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to nsf inner brake pipe

  13. Pass132,842 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,842 miles
    Test number
    305302021262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail132,827 miles (+3,631)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,827 miles
    Test number
    338269291982
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

  15. Fail129,196 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,196 miles
    Test number
    428861704356
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass129,196 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    129,196 miles
    Test number
    485391204415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,048 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    125,048 miles
    Test number
    159721003398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail124,903 miles (+4,313)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,903 miles
    Test number
    369920593400
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass120,590 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    120,590 miles
    Test number
    159633502345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail120,588 miles (+4,348)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,588 miles
    Test number
    368636992459
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass116,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,240 miles
    Test number
    165101191236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail116,239 miles (+4,470)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,239 miles
    Test number
    209921291212
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass111,769 miles (+6,511)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    111,769 miles
    Test number
    760799790299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,258 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    105,258 miles
    Test number
    744623209326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  25. Fail105,177 miles (+5,368)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    160060109326
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  26. Pass99,809 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    99,809 miles
    Test number
    611764998270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass94,311 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    94,311 miles
    Test number
    901402507381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass89,502 miles (+4,046)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    89,502 miles
    Test number
    220737996289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass85,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    85,456 miles
    Test number
    470997195225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L77 MPW

Does L77 MPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L77 MPW expired on 24 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L77 MPW?
The MOT on L77 MPW expired on 24 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L77 MPW done?
L77 MPW was recorded at 164,093 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2025, an average of 3,953 miles a year.
Has L77 MPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 MPW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L77 MPW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L77 MPW find?
L77 MPW passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: corrosion under vehicle; nearside front seat built socket broken but still locks; offside front washer jet flowing slow, and 2 more.

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